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172799 v.5 Bachelor of Science (Cartography)


BSc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 003871F
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 3 Years

Introduction

Cartography is a science-based discipline which is concerned with the representation, analysis and management of data related to the earth's physical and man-made features. Specialist areas, such as topographic and thematic mapping, photogrammetry and remote sensing, web mapping, computer-assisted mapping and geographic information systems are all included within this subject area. Cartography has become a high technology industry, incorporating aspects of map design and production, as well as leading edge techniques of data analysis and management using remote sensing and geographic information systems and spatial database. Cartography necessarily calls upon elements from such diverse disciplines as computing, multimedia, environmental science, film andprint technology, geography, management, mathematics, physics, as well as the creative sciences such as art and design.

Additional Introductory Information

The Department of Spatial Sciences offers the only three-year degree in cartography in Australia. In addition, a fourth year for honours in cartography is offered, which leads directly into the Master of Science (Surveying and Mapping) or the Doctor of Philosophy.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

One TEE Mathematics subject.

Specific Requirements

Students are required to have access to or possess a portable electronic programmable calculator with hard wired trigonometrical subroutines and a minimum capacity of 10 significant figures. Students will receive information concerning an appropriate purchase at their first lecture period. Attendance at field excursions and survey camps is compulsory. Students who do not attend will not have completed the course requirements. All degree students should seek employment in their field during the summer vacation. Three months approved practical experience is required before a cartography degree will be awarded. STAT elements considered for mature age entry are E and Q.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability

This course is three years full-time duration or equivalent part-time study.

Professional Recognition

On completion of the course, cartography graduates are eligible for membership of the Spatial Sciences Institute.

Career Opportunities

Interesting and challenging professional careers are available to cartography graduates throughout Australia and the world. Excellent opportunities for employment exist in local, state and federal governments, and in the private sector in mapping and land management companies, the mining industry, the petroleum industry and many others.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1
302318 v.1   Spatial Computations 181 5.0 25.0
305639 v.1   Mathematics 135 4.0 25.0
4536 v.5   Geographic Information Systems 181 5.0 25.0
8920 v.5   Cartographic Statistics 181 5.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2
12449 v.3   Geographic Data Analysis 182 5.0 25.0
301995 v.5   Communication Skills 116 2.0 12.5
302530 v.2   Spatial Data Processing 182 5.0 25.0
302531 v.1   Computer Aided Mapping 182 3.0 12.5
7062 v.6   Mathematics 101 5.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 1
10416 v.2   Survey Computations 185 5.0 25.0
10418 v.2   Plane and Construction Surveying 181 5.0 25.0
310045 v.1   Web GIS 281 4.0 25.0
7073 v.7   Thematic Cartography 281 4.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 2
10422 v.3   Photogrammetric Mapping 282 5.0 25.0
10424 v.2   Coordinate and Mapping Systems 282 5.0 25.0
12037 v.4   Spatial Database Systems 282 5.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 OPTION   25.0
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 1
10423 v.4   Remote Sensing and Image Processing 281 5.0 25.0
10426 v.3   Spatial Business Management 381 5.0 25.0
11711 v.4   Spatial Analysis 281 5.0 25.0
310482 v.1   Applications of GPS 381 5.0 25.0
  100.0

Year 3 Semester 2
10430 v.2   Cartography Project 394 5.0 25.0
302321 v.1   Land Planning 386 5.0 25.0
4577 v.5   Electronic Publishing and Evaluation 381 5.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 OPTION   25.0
  100.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits
310078 v.1   Geographic Data Structures 281 3.0 25.0
10426 v.3   Spatial Business Management 381 5.0 25.0
10457 v.4   Engineering and Control Surveying 281 5.0 25.0
10721 v.4   Spatial Data Handling 382 5.0 25.0
10722 v.3   GIS Management 381 5.0 25.0
302527 v.1   Spatial Modelling 382 5.0 25.0
310083 v.1   GIS Programming 182 4.0 25.0
 
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 3 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits
10426 v.3   Spatial Business Management 381 5.0 25.0
10457 v.4   Engineering and Control Surveying 281 5.0 25.0
10721 v.4   Spatial Data Handling 382 5.0 25.0
10722 v.3   GIS Management 381 5.0 25.0
302527 v.1   Spatial Modelling 382 5.0 25.0
310078 v.1   Geographic Data Structures 281 3.0 25.0
310083 v.1   GIS Programming 182 4.0 25.0
 
 

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.



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